Pre-Employment Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Inspire. Empower. Make a Difference.

Join Us as a Pre-Employment Instructor

Are you passionate about helping young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities reach their full potential? Do you want to be the spark that ignites their confidence and independence? Community Workforce Solutions (CWS) is looking for a motivated, compassionate, and high-energy High School Transitions Instructor to join our mission-driven team.

You’ll work directly with students (ages 14–22), guiding them through life-changing experiences as they prepare to step into adulthood with purpose and pride.

🌟 Who We Are

For over 60 years, Community Workforce Solutions has been a beacon of hope and opportunity for individuals with disabilities across North Carolina. Through strong partnerships with families, schools, and local organizations, we help people unlock their potential and thrive in inclusive workplaces and communities.

💼 Your Role at CWS

As a Special Education Pre-Employment Instructor , you’ll deliver engaging, interactive lessons and provide one-on-one support across the five core areas of Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) :

Career Exploration & Counseling

Work-Based Learning Experiences

Workplace Readiness Training

Self-Advocacy Instruction

Post-Secondary Education Guidance

You’ll be based in different schools around Wake Count, building strong relationships with students, educators, and families while empowering students to dream big and develop the skills to succeed.

🔑 What You'll Do

Ignite students' interest in future careers and personal growth

Design and deliver age-appropriate, hands-on lessons tailored to individual learning needs

Support students in building critical life and workplace readiness skills

Collaborate with school partners and a passionate, supportive CWS team

Serve as a role model, mentor, and advocate for student success

🎓 What You Bring

Preferred : Bachelor’s in Special Education, Exceptional Children, High School Education, or a closely related field

OR equivalent experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

A valid NC Driver’s License and a clean driving record

Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Flexibility to travel between school sites in Wake County

💰 What We Offer

Pay : $21.00–$22.50 / hour

Work-Life Balance : Paid holidays + generous PTO

Benefits : Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403(b), and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Supportive Culture : Inclusive, mission-driven team environment where your impact truly matters

❤️ Why CWS?

At Community Workforce Solutions, you're not just doing a job—you’re changing lives. We’re a CARF-accredited nonprofit that’s proud to foster inclusive, empowering spaces where people of all abilities can thrive. Here, your passion and purpose align.

🚀 Ready to Make a Real Difference?

Join our caring team and help shape brighter futures, one student at a time.

Apply now and start making an impact where it counts most.

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